(QQQM) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

NASDAQ: QQQM · Real-Time Price · USD
238.28
1.13 (0.48%)
At close: Sep 08, 2025, 3:59 PM
238.76
0.20%
Pre-market: Sep 09, 2025, 05:11 AM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

QQQM trades at $238.28, 5.9% above the near-term max pain of $225 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (10 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($195-$225), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 225 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for QQQM shows a downward trend from 225 to 195, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 14% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 238.28 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.

Max Pain Table

Expiration Date Max Pain Max Pain vs Current Price
Sep 19, 2025 225 -13.28 (-5.57%)
Oct 17, 2025 215 -23.28 (-9.77%)
Dec 19, 2025 195 -43.28 (-18.16%)
Mar 20, 2026 225 -13.28 (-5.57%)